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Spiritus Systems Releases the EUD Bridge

Friday, June 20th, 2025

The EUD Bridge is a purpose-built mounting solution designed to integrate your End User Device (EUD) seamlessly into your Chest Rig.

Constructed from highly durable and lightweight CURV thermoplastic composite material and Squadron fabric, the EUD Bridge securely mounts between your chest rig shoulder straps, providing a stable and comfortable platform for mission-critical ATAK devices.

The EUD Bridge features a tuck-tab and pull-tab design that allows you to mount it or remove it within seconds. In addition, there is a mounting plate kit included which allows for direct hard point mounting of a MPU5 PTT but also features slits for mounting PTTs with clips. The EUD Bridge comes with a bungee retention system that can be directly mounted to the bridge to keep devices secure to the chest.

Whether you’re part of a reconnaissance team, JTAC, orcontrolling advanced tech on the battlefield, the Spiritus Systems EUD Bridge ensures your digital tools are exactly where you need them.

The EUD Bridge is available now in the following colors: MultiCam, Ranger Green, Coyote Brown, and Black.

For more information visit: www.spiritussystems.com

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Silvus Technologies StreamCaster LITE 5200 Added to DIU Blue UAS Framework Delivering Powerful MANET Radio Performance for Leading-Edge Unmanned Systems

Friday, June 20th, 2025

Expands Silvus’ Portfolio of NDAA Compliant MANET Radios for the Blue UAS Ecosystem

· Built for unmanned systems operating at the tactical edge, Silvus’ StreamCaster LITE 5200 (SL5200) delivers optimized power, high-bandwidth throughput, and advanced mesh-networking performance in an ultra-low Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) OEM MANET radio module form factor.

· SL5200 joins the SC4200EP and SL4200 MANET radios on the Blue UAS Framework – designated by DIU as NDAA compliant and approved for use in conjunction with Blue UAS platforms.

Los Angeles, CA – June 19, 2025 – Silvus Technologies, Inc. (“Silvus”), a global leader in advanced wireless networking communication systems, today announced that the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), has officially added Silvus’ StreamCaster LITE 5200 (SL5200) OEM Module to the Blue UAS Framework. Delivering powerful MANET radio performance for today’s leading-edge unmanned systems, the SL5200 unifies C2, sensor and telemetry data with communications relay capabilities in an easy to integrate, ultra-low SWaP OEM module form factor.

After undergoing the Blue UAS program’s rigorous evaluation, this certification validates the SL5200 compliance with DoD standards for cybersecurity, supply chain integrity and operational reliability. Interoperable and NDAA compliant, the SL5200 has been approved for use in conjunction with Blue UAS platforms.

The SL5200 joins the StreamCaster SC4200EP and StreamCaster LITE SL4200 MANET radios on the Blue UAS Framework – exemplifying Silvus’ commitment to delivering robust, secure, and reliable C2 and mesh networked communications solutions for unmanned operations across any domain.

“Silvus continues to push the boundaries of mesh networking for mission-critical unmanned systems applications,” said Jimi Henderson, VP of Sales, Silvus Technologies. “With all three of our latest StreamCaster MANET radios now on the Blue UAS Framework – we’re proud to lead the way in secure, resilient communications technology for unmanned systems developers.”

SL5200: Blue UAS Framework Certified. The Power To Perform

Compact and powerfully versatile, the SL5200 delivers class-leading power, range, and tactical mobility with up to 2 Watts output power (4W effective power, thanks to TX Eigen-Beamforming), and 100 Mbps data rate for bi-directional C2, video, sensor and telemetry data communications in one self-contained OEM Module.

Featuring an ultra-low SWaP profile (52g), with multiple I/O interface options (Ethernet, USB, RS232), the SL5200 is designed for seamless integration into leading-edge unmanned systems, loitering munitions, and other SWaP constrained embedded applications. Systems operators can now experience Group 2 UAV level radio performance in a compact form factor engineered for Group 1 sized platforms.

At the heart of every StreamCaster MANET radio is Silvus’ battle-proven MN-MIMO waveform, that creates a self-forming and adaptive mesh network – capable of linking hundreds of nodes with unmatched range, throughput, EW resiliency and scalability. With the SL5200, operators can connect multiple UAVs, UGVs, USVs, sensors, personnel, and manned/unmanned platforms, to actualize a common operating picture through one massively scalable mesh network. The SL5200 is seamlessly compatible with 4000-series StreamCaster MANET radios, ensuring interoperability across a diverse range of applications.

In addition to AES256 and FIPS 140-3 encryption for secure operations, the SL5200 provides available access to Silvus’ Spectrum Dominance – an expansive suite of LPI/LPD and Anti-Jamming resiliency capabilities. Silvus is the only tactical MANET radio provider that delivers Spectrum Dominance secure and protected communications in complex, congested and contested environments, without sacrificing performance.

Learn more about the StreamCaster family of MANET radios on our website and follow us on LinkedIn.

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Anduril and Rheinmetall Partner to Design and Manufacture Barracuda, Fury and Solid Rocket Motors for European Defence

Thursday, June 19th, 2025

Rheinmetall and Anduril Industries announced a strategic partnership to co-develop and deliver a suite of software-defined autonomous systems to extend the availability of autonomous mission systems.

The partnership is starting with the development of three proven capabilities – but is about to be extended with more next generation technologies over time:

• The integration of a European variant of Anduril´s Barracuda as part of Anduril’s family of low-cost, mass-producible autonomous air vehicles into Rheinmetall´s digital sovereignty framework (“Battlesuite”).

• The inclusion of a European variant of Anduril´s Fury, a high-performance, multi-mission group 5 autonomous air vehicle (AAV), into Rheinmetall´s digital sovereignty framework (“Battlesuite”).

• The exploration of opportunities for solid rocket motors for European use leveraging Anduril’s new production approaches.
These systems will be jointly developed and produced by the two companies, incorporating sovereign suppliers and industrial partners throughout Europe.

“This is a different model of defence collaboration, one built on shared production, operational relevance, and mutual respect for sovereignty,” said Brian Schimpf, CEO of Anduril Industries. “Together with Rheinmetall, we’re building systems that can be produced quickly, deployed widely, and adapted as NATO missions evolve.”

“Rheinmetall has always stood for reliability, scale, and strategic depth in defence manufacturing,” said Armin Papperger, CEO of Rheinmetall. “By integrating Anduril`s solutions into Rheinmetall´s European production set up and digital sovereignty framework, we’re building on that foundation to bring new kinds of autonomous capabilities into service, ones that are quick to produce, modular, and aligned with NATO’s evolving requirements.”

Built in Europe, for Europe

This partnership is a long-term shared investment in co-developing easily fielded systems tailored to the specific needs of each European regional market. It reflects a “built with, not for” philosophy—one that prioritizes European sovereignty, local control, transparency, and adaptability over dependency or lock-in.

• The integration of Barracuda and Barracuda-M into Rheinmetall´s systems will provide European militaries with an affordable autonomous air vehicle designed for hyperscale production. Its modular design supports a wide range of payloads and targeting modes making it a flexible option for the unique needs of European forces.

• The inclusion of Fury, an autonomous air vehicle designed to operate as part of manned-unmanned teams of aircraft, into Rheinmetall´s ecosystem of products allows each country to configure its own command-and-control systems and operational constraints. Fury is designed to deliver advanced fighter performance with the flexibility to integrate a variety of sensors and payloads in support of mission requirements.

• The Solid Rocket Motors effort could help ensures European access to a reliable line of propulsion systems offering industrial redundancy and delivery at scale, when domestic sources are not yet sufficient.

A Shared Approach to Industrial Defence
The partnership builds on earlier collaboration between the two companies, including the development of a layer countered UAS solution and a joint pursuit of the U.S. Army’s Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV) program. Rather than slow, proprietary development pipelines that tie customers to a single vendor, this partnership embraces speed, modularity, and co-development. It’s a model that empowers allies to shape and evolve their own capabilities, while working within a shared NATO-aligned framework.

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Tenicor Announces the Launch of VELO LUX – AIWB Light-Bearing Holster

Thursday, June 19th, 2025

Idaho, USA – Tenicor is proud to introduce the VELO LUX, the next evolution in its AIWB holster lineup, designed specifically for use with compact and large weapon lights. Building on the proven foundation of the SAGAX LUX2 and the MALUS SOL, the VELO LUX delivers refined features and expanded compatibility to meet the needs of the professionally minded user.

The VELO LUX combines innovation and functionality, offering updates such as:

• A third clip placement at the sight channel for enhanced stability.

• Discreet Carry Concepts MOD4 clips with ride height and cant adjustment to optimize concealment and stability.

• A body contour that eliminates hot spots by filling voids between the gun and the body.

• Multiple camming bar options to rotate the grip into the body, reducing printing.

• Compatibility with all major optic brands.

• Spacer kits for retention adjustments (included with multi-light fit holsters)

Expanded Compatibility

The VELO LUX will replace all existing SAGAX LUX2 and MALUS SOL holsters. Now with additional support for M&P9 M2.0 with universal light fitment, and SIG SAUER P365-XMACRO with TLR-7X/HL-X.

Launch Timeline

The VELO LUX is available starting 19 JUN 2025, with support for Glock, Staccato, Sig Sauer, M&P, and 2011/1911 platforms. See the announcement video HEREhighlighting the conversion from the SAGAX LUX2 and MALUS SOL to the VELO LUX.

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5.11 Launches V.XI Sigurd Shirt in MultiCam: Long and Short Sleeve Styles Now Available

Thursday, June 19th, 2025

5.11®, the global innovator of purpose-built gear, proudly announces the arrival of the V.XI® Sigurd Shirt in Multicam, now available in both long and short sleeve silhouettes.

Originally engineered for elite performance, the Sigurd is the king of base layers—crafted with 5.11’s proprietary stretch knit mesh and Cryo-Tac™ technology for a cool-to-the-touch feel, advanced moisture-wicking, and anti-odor performance. With its athletic ergonomic fit, flat lock seams, and mission-specific construction, the Sigurd is built for comfort and durability whether worn solo, under a plate carrier, or integrated into a layering system.

Now available in MultiCam, the newest iteration of this top-tier essential merges stealth-ready camouflage with all the performance features operators demand.

Key Features:

• Cryo-Tac™ technology for cooling and moisture management

• Rugby-style collar for versatility

• Flat lock seams and ergonomic side panels for comfort

• Loop patch platforms and pen holder pockets on sleeves

• 78% nylon / 22% elastane mesh construction with anti-odor finish

Styles Available:

• V.XI® Sigurd MC Long Sleeve Shirt (Style #42197MC)

• V.XI® Sigurd MC Short Sleeve Shirt (Style #41288MC)

www.511tactical.com

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United States Air Force Awards Gentex Corporation Aircrew Laser Eye Protection (ALEP) Ballistic Day and Night Spectacle Contract

Thursday, June 19th, 2025

CARBONDALE, PA, June 18, 2025 – Gentex Corporation, a global leader in personal protection and situational awareness solutions for defense forces, aircrew, emergency responders and industrial personnel, announced today that it was awarded an additional United States Air Force Aircrew Laser Eye Protection (ALEP) contract to develop and produce its laser protective eyewear for aircrew, the Block 3 Day and Night Ballistic Spectacles.

This order includes more than 3,800 Block 3 Day and Night Ballistic Spectacles over the next 18 months, including development and full rate production. The new ballistic spectacle joins the unique USAF Block 3 product line and follows Gentex’s five previously awarded delivery orders for the USAF Block 3 Contract, which include the Ballistic Day Spectacle, Ballistic Night Spectacle, Day Spectacle, Aircrew Night Vision Goggles Joined LEP (ANJL) and Night Spectacle, totaling 29,400 pieces of state-of-the-art laser protective eyewear. The Block 3 LEP eyewear provides the warfighter a variety of form factors to best suit their mission profile and replaces the Block 2 spectacles with a higher performance product line.

“Gentex is proud to continue to serve the USAF team and warfighters by providing the best ocular protection available to maintain their mission effectiveness while staying safe,” said John Cueva, Senior Director of Optics at Gentex Corporation.

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Raft Acquires N3bula Systems to Accelerate Mission-Critical AI Defense Innovation

Wednesday, June 18th, 2025

Strategic Acquisition Powers AI and Data Backbone for a Unified Joint Force—Raft Leads the Charge in Defense Modernization

MCLEAN, Va., June 17, 2025 — Raft, the defense technology leader powering a new era of autonomous warfare, today announced its acquisition with N3bula Systems—a powerhouse partnership that will dominate the next era of unified joint force operations. N3bula Systems—the pioneering team behind a critical defense infrastructure that seamlessly connects sensors, shooters, and weapons systems across services and domains—selected Raft from a highly competitive field, fusing proven fires integration expertise with cutting-edge agentic AI to deliver the unified, machine-speed operational backbone that transforms how America fights and wins.

“N3bula Systems is one of the most impactful teams in defense technology—the minds behind a critical defense infrastructure,” said Shubhi Mishra, Founder and CEO of Raft. “They chose to partner with us because we represent a New Prime. We embed directly with warfighters as trusted edge nodes, scale proven AI across mission-critical operations, and deliver real solutions to real battlefield problems—faster than established players. This signals a fundamental shift toward edge-native defense innovation.

The acquisition creates a unified AI and data backbone that transforms fragmented military systems into a seamless, machine-speed operational network. This directly supports the new administration’s defense priorities while advancing critical initiatives like Golden Dome and supporting the mission for the Department of the Air Force’s PEO C3BM.

“The decision came down to mission alignment and execution capability,” said Ryan Mize, Founder and President of N3bula Systems. “Raft demonstrates consistent delivery of what warfighters actually ask for. As a new prime, they represent the future of defense contracting—impact over bureaucracy, and we want to be part of that.”

N3bula Systems, founded in 2020 and headquartered in Colorado Springs, engineered the connective tissue for modern joint operations across the U.S. Navy, DARPA, and U.S. Air Force programs. Combined with Raft’s agentic AI products like its AI Mission System, [R]AIMS, the partnership enables 10x faster decision-making through autonomous data fusion while providing 24/7 threat monitoring, zero-latency tactical-to-strategic handoffs, and 99.9% uptime in contested environments. Together, they create seamless AI agent deployment across both legacy and modern military systems.

“N3bula Systems’ infrastructure expertise combined with Raft’s agentic AI creates unified command and control operating at machine speed across every domain,” said Bhaarat Sharma, CTO of Raft. This technological combination enables the seamless sensor-to-shooter integration that military leaders have identified as essential for maintaining operational advantage against near-peer threats at global scale.

Since 2018, Raft has grown to 350+ Rafters and is trusted by 25+ federal agencies while maintaining the agility that enables delivery of exactly what warfighters need. This acquisition—Raft’s first since receiving Washington Harbour Partners investment in May 2024—represents a decisive step toward scaling innovation while preserving the mission-first approach that differentiates Raft from established defense contractors. “With this flight, Raft is continuing to help solve the hardest challenges facing the national security ecosystem with a clear eye on the mission,” said Mina Faltas, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Washington Harbour Partners. “Washington Harbour has been proud to support Raft and looks forward to continuing to work together to ensure our military and warfighters have the capabilities necessary to win.”

Together, Raft and N3bula Systems will continue building the AI and data backbone that unifies operations across domains and allied forces, accelerating kill chains and decision-making to the speed of the fight while ensuring decisive advantage in any operational environment.

For more information about Raft, please visit: www.teamraft.com

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D3O Enters Tactical Footwear Market with Garmont T8 DEFENSE Boot

Wednesday, June 18th, 2025

New underfoot shock absorption technology brings new levels of protection and comfort to the field.

Blacksburg, VA – 06/18/2025 – D3O®, the global leaders in protection, has officially entered the tactical footwear market with a new underfoot shock absorption material, specifically engineered for military, law enforcement, and industrial use.The innovation is also available through Delta Three Oscar, D3O’s dedicated defense arm, which integrates D3O materials into protection solutions for defense and law enforcement applications.

This latest material innovation significantly reduces the shock experienced through the soles of the foot during prolonged wear on rough terrain, helping to reduce fatigue and enhance performance for those who need it most.

The first brand to integrate this new technology is Garmont®, through a new partnership that has led to the launch of the T8 DEFENSE boot. This high-performance tactical boot features D3O® materials strategically placed throughout the footbedand upper of the boot to give comprehensive protection and comfort.

The footbed of the T8 DEFENSE boot features D3O®’s newunderfoot shock-absorbing technology, developed to reduce stress on the foot and lower limbs during extended wear. In addition, D3O® impact protection materials are embedded in the tongue and ankle areas of the boot, helping to protect wearers from knocks, bumps, and impacts.

Built with a durable suede leather and polyester upper, and designed for high-performance environments, the T8 DEFENSE offers all-day comfort without compromising on durability or support. That same durability extends beneath the foot with the ArnePlant® footbed with D3O inserts and underfoot technology engineered to withstand harsh conditions without losing performance over time.

“The T8 DEFENSE boot is a great example of how D3O technology protects people in real-world, high-risk environments,” said Stuart Sawyer, CEO of D3O. “Whether it’s enduring long hours on rugged terrain or responding to high-pressure situations, our materials help reduce fatigue and provide the comfort and protection professionals need to perform at their best.”

While the shock absorption technology is tailored for tactical and industrial applications, D3O has also developed new anti-vibration insoles designed specifically for motorcycle and mountain bike footwear. These solutions target prolonged exposure to engine and trail vibration, offering riders greater focus, comfort, control, and endurance without sacrificing feel or performance.

With its expansion into footwear, D3O continues to push the boundaries of protection across multiple industries including mountain bike, motorcycle, sports and workwear, integrating innovative material science to enhance the performance of footwear.

For more information, visit www.D3O.com or www.garmonttactical.com.

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